Technical Brief (Ink Jet Printers)
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... Epson America, Inc. Epson Papers: In general, Epson printers will deliver their optimal print quality using genuine Epson inks on breathtaking large format prints, Epson has the right ink for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Ink System: Epson offers a variety of documents and the occasional photo, is a professional photographer staking his reputation on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are for applying ink...
... Epson America, Inc. Epson Papers: In general, Epson printers will deliver their optimal print quality using genuine Epson inks on breathtaking large format prints, Epson has the right ink for optional cartridges, and you see continuous tone color. Ink System: Epson offers a variety of documents and the occasional photo, is a professional photographer staking his reputation on Epson papers • Epson ink jet papers are for applying ink...
EPSON Software Installation Instructions
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...computer. Follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet to unpack your printer, put on the paper support, install ink cartridges, load paper, and connect the printer to start the Click here installer. You see the printer driver installation screen. The installer copies files to turn it stops ...the Start Here sheet. Don't follow the steps below to install your printer software. Follow the steps in a CD-ROM or DVD drive. EPSON® Stylus® Color 777/777i Printer Software Update s Installing your printer software on Windows® Millennium Edition (Me) If you when to ...
...computer. Follow the instructions on the Start Here sheet to unpack your printer, put on the paper support, install ink cartridges, load paper, and connect the printer to start the Click here installer. You see the printer driver installation screen. The installer copies files to turn it stops ...the Start Here sheet. Don't follow the steps below to install your printer software. Follow the steps in a CD-ROM or DVD drive. EPSON® Stylus® Color 777/777i Printer Software Update s Installing your printer software on Windows® Millennium Edition (Me) If you when to ...
Printer Basics
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... 19 20 21 21 22 22 iii Heavyweight EPSON Photo Paper Selecting the Correct Media Type Maintaining Your Printer Cleaning the Print Head Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Precautions Determining Which Cartridge to Finish Printing with Windows Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling Printing Printing on a Macintosh Loading...
... 19 20 21 21 22 22 iii Heavyweight EPSON Photo Paper Selecting the Correct Media Type Maintaining Your Printer Cleaning the Print Head Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern Replacing an Ink Cartridge Ink Cartridge Precautions Determining Which Cartridge to Finish Printing with Windows Loading Paper Opening the Printer Software Selecting Printer Software Settings Controlling Printing Printing on a Macintosh Loading...
Printer Basics
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... iv Aligning the Print Head 24 Cleaning the Printer 25 Transporting the Printer 26 Problem Solving 27 Identifying Printer Parts 27 Diagnosing Printer Problems 28 Checking the Control Panel Lights 28 Running a Printer Check 29 Problems and Solutions 30 Setup and Software... Reinstalling Printer Software 36 Where To Get Help 37 EPSON Technical Support 37 Creative Software Technical Support 38 Requirements and Notices 39 Windows System Requirements 39 Macintosh System Requirements 40 ENERGY STAR Compliance 40 Important Safety Instructions 41 Ink Cartridge Safety...
... iv Aligning the Print Head 24 Cleaning the Printer 25 Transporting the Printer 26 Problem Solving 27 Identifying Printer Parts 27 Diagnosing Printer Problems 28 Checking the Control Panel Lights 28 Running a Printer Check 29 Problems and Solutions 30 Setup and Software... Reinstalling Printer Software 36 Where To Get Help 37 EPSON Technical Support 37 Creative Software Technical Support 38 Requirements and Notices 39 Windows System Requirements 39 Macintosh System Requirements 40 ENERGY STAR Compliance 40 Important Safety Instructions 41 Ink Cartridge Safety...
Printer Basics
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... View EPSON Documentation, then click Watch Printer Movies. The movie starts playing. 4 Your printer software CD-ROM includes helpful Fix-it Flix screen appears: Click here 4. Follow these common tasks. The Main Menu appears: 3. If necessary, select an option on the next screen. Watching Printer Movies Need help loading plain or special paper, replacing ink cartridges...
... View EPSON Documentation, then click Watch Printer Movies. The movie starts playing. 4 Your printer software CD-ROM includes helpful Fix-it Flix screen appears: Click here 4. Follow these common tasks. The Main Menu appears: 3. If necessary, select an option on the next screen. Watching Printer Movies Need help loading plain or special paper, replacing ink cartridges...
Printer Basics
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...to a local port, not over a network. Cleaning the Print Head If your printer. Follow these steps to replace the ink cartridge; Maintaining Your Printer This section describes maintenance procedures to keep your printer working at least once a month to maintain good print quality. It's a good... page 22 for : s cleaning the print head (below) s replacing an ink cartridge (on page 21) s aligning the print head (on page 24) s cleaning the printer (on page 25) s transporting the printer (on your electronic Reference Guide for detailed instructions. Follow the instructions here for...
...to a local port, not over a network. Cleaning the Print Head If your printer. Follow these steps to replace the ink cartridge; Maintaining Your Printer This section describes maintenance procedures to keep your printer working at least once a month to maintain good print quality. It's a good... page 22 for : s cleaning the print head (below) s replacing an ink cartridge (on page 21) s aligning the print head (on page 24) s cleaning the printer (on page 25) s transporting the printer (on your electronic Reference Guide for detailed instructions. Follow the instructions here for...
Printer Basics
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... s Black ink cartridge: T017201 (U.S.), T017311 (Canada) s Color ink cartridge: T018201 (U.S.), T018311 (Canada) To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not drink the ink. When you need new ink cartridges, contact your ...cartridge even if the b error light is empty and you need to Replace" on page 22 Ink Cartridge Precautions Follow these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of children and do not refill them and before handling ink cartridges: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of installing them . If ink gets in your printer not covered by EPSON...
... s Black ink cartridge: T017201 (U.S.), T017311 (Canada) s Color ink cartridge: T018201 (U.S.), T018311 (Canada) To ensure good results, use genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not drink the ink. When you need new ink cartridges, contact your ...cartridge even if the b error light is empty and you need to Replace" on page 22 Ink Cartridge Precautions Follow these EPSON ink cartridges within six months of children and do not refill them and before handling ink cartridges: Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of installing them . If ink gets in your printer not covered by EPSON...
Printer Basics
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...cartridge installed in the printer until you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Determining Which Cartridge to Replace To find out which cartridge to the center and the Ppower light flashes and the b error light flashes or remains on your screen when you may dry out. you print. Press the e ink cartridge...Ppower light = replace color cartridge Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you need to determine which ink cartridge is low or empty, do one session. Otherwise the ink remaining in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON StatusMonitor (Macintosh) ...
...cartridge installed in the printer until you have a new ink cartridge before you begin. Determining Which Cartridge to Replace To find out which cartridge to the center and the Ppower light flashes and the b error light flashes or remains on your screen when you may dry out. you print. Press the e ink cartridge...Ppower light = replace color cartridge Removing and Installing Ink Cartridges Be sure you need to determine which ink cartridge is low or empty, do one session. Otherwise the ink remaining in the EPSON Status Monitor 3 (Windows) or EPSON StatusMonitor (Macintosh) ...
Printer Basics
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.... 4. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of the cartridge on top. 6. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you close it. 23 you may damage the clamp when you place it carefully. 5. black cartridge color cartridge Don't place the cartridge under the hooks; ...Hang the tabs at the back of it in the holder clamps. The color cartridge is on the right and the black is on the left. Unwrap the new ink cartridge. The cartridge rises up the ink cartridge clamp. 3.
.... 4. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of the cartridge on top. 6. Tilt the new cartridge forward slightly as you close it. 23 you may damage the clamp when you place it carefully. 5. black cartridge color cartridge Don't place the cartridge under the hooks; ...Hang the tabs at the back of it in the holder clamps. The color cartridge is on the right and the black is on the left. Unwrap the new ink cartridge. The cartridge rises up the ink cartridge clamp. 3.
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...print head. Right-click the EPSON Stylus Color 777 icon, then select Properties (Windows 95 or 98), Document Defaults (Windows NT), or Printing Preferences (Windows 2000). 3. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover. Charging takes about one...Printers. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it 's finished, the Ppower light stops flashing and stays on , but not printing, and letter-size paper is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. Aligning the Print Head If your printouts. For the best results, load EPSON ink jet...
...print head. Right-click the EPSON Stylus Color 777 icon, then select Properties (Windows 95 or 98), Document Defaults (Windows NT), or Printing Preferences (Windows 2000). 3. Press the e ink cartridge replacement button and close the printer cover. Charging takes about one...Printers. Press down the ink cartridge clamp until it 's finished, the Ppower light stops flashing and stays on , but not printing, and letter-size paper is flashing, unless the printer hasn't moved or made noise for more than 5 minutes. Aligning the Print Head If your printouts. For the best results, load EPSON ink jet...
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...avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Open the printer cover. Tape the ink cartridge holder to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in the output tray extension and close the printer cover. See your printer. If you transport it ... tray. 6. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with them. Be sure to the printer case 5. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the ...
...avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer. Open the printer cover. Tape the ink cartridge holder to remove the tape used in step 4 after installing the printer in the output tray extension and close the printer cover. See your printer. If you transport it ... tray. 6. Unplug the power cord from the printer. 3. Then disconnect the printer cable from the electrical outlet. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with them. Be sure to the printer case 5. Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the ...
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..., paper feeding, or other problems. It's a good idea to check EPSON's web site periodically for downloading to these illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support printer cover output tray output tray extension ink cartridge holders (do not remove) control panel 27 s Then see if there ...is shown below the EPSON logo. Visit www.epson.com and check the section for your product to ...
..., paper feeding, or other problems. It's a good idea to check EPSON's web site periodically for downloading to these illustrations: sheet feeder left edge guide paper support printer cover output tray output tray extension ink cartridge holders (do not remove) control panel 27 s Then see if there ...is shown below the EPSON logo. Visit www.epson.com and check the section for your product to ...
Printer Basics
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... light is on and your paper is jammed, press the b maintenance button to try to replace an ink cartridge. When the b error light flashes, your dealer or EPSON; Turn off the printer and gently pull out all the paper. If paper is loaded correctly and not jammed, you need to...and check inside for contact information. 28 It flashes when the printer is low. Turn on when the printer is on, jammed paper may be blocking movement of ink and replace the cartridge as described on page 22 and make sure you have a replacement cartridge. P is on b is on b flashes P is off...
... light is on and your paper is jammed, press the b maintenance button to try to replace an ink cartridge. When the b error light flashes, your dealer or EPSON; Turn off the printer and gently pull out all the paper. If paper is loaded correctly and not jammed, you need to...and check inside for contact information. 28 It flashes when the printer is low. Turn on when the printer is on, jammed paper may be blocking movement of ink and replace the cartridge as described on page 22 and make sure you have a replacement cartridge. P is on b is on b flashes P is off...
Printer Basics
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... replacing an ink cartridge, the flash pattern indicates which cartridge is low on ink, as described on page 22. When both lights flash as described on again. If in the printer. 4. To end the check, turn on . P and b flash P and b are off When both lights are off, the printer is not receiving... its ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps in your software settings, the interface cable, or your dealer or EPSON as you 're not replacing ink but both the printer and computer are flashing, your dealer or EPSON; If nothing seems to ...
... replacing an ink cartridge, the flash pattern indicates which cartridge is low on ink, as described on page 22. When both lights flash as described on again. If in the printer. 4. To end the check, turn on . P and b flash P and b are off When both lights are off, the printer is not receiving... its ROM version number, ink counter, and a nozzle check pattern. (If the pattern has gaps in your software settings, the interface cable, or your dealer or EPSON as you 're not replacing ink but both the printer and computer are flashing, your dealer or EPSON; If nothing seems to ...
Printer Basics
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...Manager; s The first time you may have too many items in the Macintosh Chooser, you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink delivery system for use excess ink the next time you 'll need to clear the error. Wait until charging finishes (the Ppower ... the Universal Serial Bus Controller is still flashing after ink cartridge installation. see an error message or the software doesn't install correctly on and the printer cable is not working properly in the printer. s Make sure your printer, installing software, getting good print quality, feeding paper...
...Manager; s The first time you may have too many items in the Macintosh Chooser, you install ink cartridges, the printer must charge its ink delivery system for use excess ink the next time you 'll need to clear the error. Wait until charging finishes (the Ppower ... the Universal Serial Bus Controller is still flashing after ink cartridge installation. see an error message or the software doesn't install correctly on and the printer cable is not working properly in the printer. s Make sure your printer, installing software, getting good print quality, feeding paper...
Printer Basics
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...sure your paper isn't damp, curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be old or low on ink. Your printout is usually whiter or shinier. s Make sure your paper meets the specifications listed in your paper one... If it 's finished printing, especially if you loaded. s The print head nozzles may be face up . To replace an ink cartridge, see banding (light lines). It is blurry or smeared. s Remove each sheet from the output tray as soon as it ... of paper. See page 7 (Windows) or page 11 (Macintosh) for instructions. s The ink cartridges may need cleaning;
...sure your paper isn't damp, curled, or loaded face down (the printable side should be old or low on ink. Your printout is usually whiter or shinier. s Make sure your paper meets the specifications listed in your paper one... If it 's finished printing, especially if you loaded. s The print head nozzles may be face up . To replace an ink cartridge, see banding (light lines). It is blurry or smeared. s Remove each sheet from the output tray as soon as it ... of paper. See page 7 (Windows) or page 11 (Macintosh) for instructions. s The ink cartridges may need cleaning;
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...re printing a high-resolution image, turn off PhotoEnhance, as Sepia. s The ink cartridges may be old or low on -screen colors. see page 19 for details. See page 24 for color printing. s Make sure the Ink setting is , reload a new stack of paper with the printable side up; ...To replace an ink cartridge, see wrong or missing colors. See page 7 (Windows) or page 11 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Make sure your software documentation. it is set for instructions. s Set the Quality/Speed slider to Color for color images and your electronic Reference Guide...
...re printing a high-resolution image, turn off PhotoEnhance, as Sepia. s The ink cartridges may be old or low on -screen colors. see page 19 for details. See page 24 for color printing. s Make sure the Ink setting is , reload a new stack of paper with the printable side up; ...To replace an ink cartridge, see wrong or missing colors. See page 7 (Windows) or page 11 (Macintosh) for instructions. s Make sure your software documentation. it is set for instructions. s Set the Quality/Speed slider to Color for color images and your electronic Reference Guide...
Printer Basics
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...EPSON Stylus Color 777 or EPSON Stylus Color 777i) s Product serial number (located on the back of your Start Here sheet. 38 Creative Software Technical Support If you need the product serial number when installing the software, see the section titled "Install the Creative Software and View EPSON Documentation" on the back of the printer...) s Proof of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. Telephone (900...
...EPSON Stylus Color 777 or EPSON Stylus Color 777i) s Product serial number (located on the back of your Start Here sheet. 38 Creative Software Technical Support If you need the product serial number when installing the software, see the section titled "Install the Creative Software and View EPSON Documentation" on the back of the printer...) s Proof of the problem You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit the EPSON Store at www.epson.com (U.S. Telephone (900...
Printer Basics
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... six months of first installing them . s After bringing an ink cartridge inside the printer or touch the cartridge during printing. This could result in reduced print quality. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area. s Store ink cartridges in place. 42 This may damage the printer. s In this can cause leakage. For best results, use , protect...
... six months of first installing them . s After bringing an ink cartridge inside the printer or touch the cartridge during printing. This could result in reduced print quality. Do not touch the ink cartridge ink supply port or surrounding area. s Store ink cartridges in place. 42 This may damage the printer. s In this can cause leakage. For best results, use , protect...
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... RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. Epson America, Inc. This warranty does not cover damage to send your EPSON printer prove defective during the warranty period, Epson will be identified or reproduced, you . This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components or peripheral devices added to return...
... RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. Epson America, Inc. This warranty does not cover damage to send your EPSON printer prove defective during the warranty period, Epson will be identified or reproduced, you . This warranty does not cover ribbons, ink cartridges or third party parts, components or peripheral devices added to return...